
Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 1,172 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR worth booking?
Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR is a 1-hour experience in Vienna, Austria, from $28 per person. It scores 81 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 1,172 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 81 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (1,172)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $28 per person
Travel through 2,000 years of Vienna's history in just 60 minutes at one of the city's most unique attractions. Discover 9 interactive scenes featuring Roman Vienna, the Habsburgs, Mozart, the Great Plague, World War II, and more, brought to life with 5D cinema, virtual reality, animatronic shows, and spectacular special effects. Enjoy a guided multimedia experience at a historic original location with an audio guide available in English, Spanish, Italian, French, Hungarian, Polish, Czech, Russian, Japanese, and Chinese
What you get
About this experience
Travel through 2,000 years of Vienna's history in just 60 minutes at one of the city's most unique attractions. Discover 9 interactive scenes featuring Roman Vienna, the Habsburgs, Mozart, the Great Plague, World War II, and more, brought to life with 5D cinema, virtual reality, animatronic shows, and spectacular special effects. Enjoy a guided multimedia experience at a historic original location with an audio guide available in English, Spanish, Italian, French, Hungarian, Polish, Czech, Russian, Japanese, and Chinese
What's included
Included
- Access to all interactive shows, special effects, and animatronic scenes
- 60-minute multimedia journey through 2,000 years of Vienna's history
- Air-conditioned venue for a comfortable experience in all weather conditions
- Live-guided tour in German
- Audioguide: English, Spanish, French, Italian, Hungarian, Polish, Czech, Russian, Japanese, Chinese
- Immersive 5D cinema and Virtual Reality experiences
- Admission to Time Travel Vienna
- Interactive experience stations located within historic underground vaults spanning 1,300 m²
Not included
- Food and drinks
What you'll see and do
Time Travel Vienna
Experience the varied history of Vienna as an interactive, accompanied tour in the historic vaults of the 400-year-old Michaelerkloster. The past can be felt and experienced using state-of-the-art technology such as a 5D cinema, virtual reality, animatronics and much more. You travel rapidly into the time of the Roman camp Vindobona, follow in the footsteps of the Habsburgs and venture into a plague pit. You will meet the famous composers Mozart and Strauss, find refuge in an original air raid shelter and hear Leopold Figl's famous words "Austria is free". A magical carriage ride takes you back to the present. You have the option of listening to the tour in German with live commentary or translated into 10 languages by an audioguide.
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Time Travel Vienna
Habsburgergasse 10A, Vienna, 1010, Austria
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Time Travel Vienna · Habsburgergasse 10A, Vienna, 1010, Austria
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cs, de, ru, ja, en, zh-CN, it, pl, fr, hu, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Time Travel Vienna
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Full translation in 10 languages
- The tour is guided in German, audio guides available in the other languages.
- Bringing animals is not allowed at Time Travel
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,171 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
1,171 verified traveler reviews for Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Enjoyable and different
Interesting and different perspective on Vienna’s history. Could have had a smaller group as it seemed crowded as you moved from room to room but we enjoyed it and the way the history was presented.
via Viator
Very educational and fun. Highly recommend.
Exceeded my expectations in every way. I learned so much. Highly recommmend. I will def visit it again next time I'm in Bienna. A lot of fun.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your visit and your lovely feedback! We are glad you enjoyed the tour and we hope you will come and visit us again someday!
via Tripadvisor
Don’t miss !!
Absolutely marvellous!! Exceeded my expectations . Very informative & very enjoyable. Will definitely recommend. Lovely staff.
via Viator
Excellent family activity in a central location
Excellent activity with lots of different rooms and fun way to learn about history - the VR glasses were a highlight
via Viator
Great experience!
Great combination of walking tour, 4D, virtual reality and scène set-up to bring to life the most memorable évents of Vienna history. Famous members of the Habsbourg family, Mozart, Strauss and others present you their Times. The whole family loved it (including 6 and 9 years old). I recommendation, especially at the beginning of a trip to Vienna to get an overall picture!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your visit and your lovely feedback! We are glad you and your family enjoyed the tour and we hope you will recommend us :-)
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 410
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 81
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Vienna.
How much does Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR cost?
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Prices start at $28 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Vienna usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Vienna is not rushed.
Is Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 1,172 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Vienna, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR?
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Around 410 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Vienna can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Vienna and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Vienna within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Vienna?
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On Outty we rank every Vienna experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Vienna Food Tour: Coffeehouses, Markets, Lunch & Street Food, Authentic Vienna Food Tour inc. lunch, street food, 3 drinks, Best of Vienna : Historic Center Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Vienna?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Vienna?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR?
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Included: Access to all interactive shows, special effects, and animatronic scenes; 60-minute multimedia journey through 2,000 years of Vienna's history; Air-conditioned venue for a comfortable experience in all weather conditions; Live-guided tour in German; and Audioguide: English, Spanish, French, Italian, Hungarian, Polish, Czech, Russian, Japanese. Not included: Food and drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR?
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The experience starts at Time Travel Vienna, Habsburgergasse 10A, Vienna, 1010, Austria. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR offered in?
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It is offered in Czech, German, Russian, Japanese, English, Chinese, Italian, Polish, French, Hungarian and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Vienna. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Vienna: Time Travel Through 2,000 Years of History with 5D & VR?
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Across 1,172 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, good for families. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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